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Kata: Water agency
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Titikaveka Pearls shine, Avatiu rule in netball battles
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga Netball Club competition took off its weekly round with a flurry of thrilling matches that kept fans on the edge of their seats. As clubs battled it out for supremacy on the court, the intensity was real, and the stakes were high.
Ngatangiia to host She’s a Ruckstar Rugby Festival
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Ngatangiia’s Nukupure Park will host She’s a Ruckstar Rugby Festival today from 8.30am to 12.30pm.
Pet Talk: Remembering the animals who went to war
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
This Thursday we take time to remember those who bravely sacrificed in the efforts of war, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Five months prison for Aitutaki indecent assault, other charges
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who was convicted for 12 separate offences including indecent assault has been sentenced to five months imprisonment.
Probation for repeat offender
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The fourth accused in a Nikao brawl incident on January 28 this year has been sentenced to 12 months’ probation.
Assault case adjourned, JP warns on witness contact
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A diversion could be considered for an assault on a female case where the accused is currently employed in Australia.
Vietnam veterans reunite to honour fallen comrades
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islanders and New Zealanders who served in the Vietnam War as part of the Victor 4 Company are holding a reunion in Rarotonga to remember their fallen comrades.
Two dogs dead in possible poisoning attack
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A pet owner feels viciously targeted after their pets were found dead yesterday morning, believing the attack was premeditated.
Kata: Vodafone power failure
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Swimmer Connolly makes history
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Tennis
Cook Islands swimmer Lanihei Connolly made history over the weekend by winning a medal at the Oceania Championships in Gold Coast, Australia.
Letter: The perils of Cryptocurrency Bill
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Kia orana e te tama Etita, Me ka tika I toou ngateitei - tuku atu I toku manako ariki-kore I te ture tamanako “Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023” Kia tika kia akakite atu au I toku manako na roto I to tatou reo maori Kuki Airani, kia marama ia mai e to tatou iti tangata rikiriki.
Cook Islands RSA prepares for Anzac Day dawn parade
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga is gearing up to mark Anzac Day with the annual dawn parade to be held in front of the cenotaph at the Ministry of Justice building on Thursday morning at 5am.
Cook Island coastwatchers to be honoured at ANZAC day and beyond
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane
The Cook Island community is preparing to commemorate the service of soldiers and local heroes this Anzac Day in New Zealand.
Vodafone Cook Islands plans power upgrade after backup system failure
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Technology
A power supply issue at Vodafone Cook Islands’ Aroa Station disrupted the telecommunication company’s services in the country on Saturday morning.
Four motorbikes stolen, only one recovered in pieces
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police reported a generally peaceful weekend, with the exception of an increase in stolen motorbikes and concerning driving behaviour.
Seasonal spike in skin infections
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health has seen 106 patients who have had some skin infection from the beginning of the year until early April.
Budget shortfall could expedite proposed water tariffs in Raro
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Budget allocation will be a key factor in determining the final timeline for implementing the proposed water tariff, says To Tatou Vai.
Tupapa Clinic to undergo asbestos removal, dental and health care services to relocate
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Dental and Primary Health Care services will temporarily be relocated in June as work will be carried out at the Tupapa Primary Care and Outpatient building to remove building materials containing asbestos.
Eels retain Minor Premiership title
Monday 22 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The final weekly rounds of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition have concluded with a flourish, leaving fans electrified as the top four premier men’s teams solidified their positions for the upcoming playoff rounds.
